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Discussion in 'UK Visa and Immigration Help' started by Ruth Smith, Nov 16, 2011.

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  1. Ruth Smith
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    Ruth Smith New Member

    Hiya Every1,:D:)

    Ruth is here-the Newbie and I'm a member of the other site too similar to this.

    Anyway sort of confusions down here due to the new UKBA homepage that was been updated or revived few months ago,Im struggling to understand the infos there and find the proper details of what I'm looking into than the old simple VFS site was better i think......

    Regards to my Son's British Passport I dont see any problems as i understand all the details now and proper documents that I will submit this month.....Nov. 24,2011 Our appointment in Manila Embassy to lodge the british passport applications if some1 is planning to do the same procedure as I just refer to this site for more details

    www.ukinthphilippines.fco.gov.uk


    Regards to my Spouse Visa application by early January next yr...can any1 inform me the right form to fill up as what i have is VAF4A (October 2010) i think its update by now????? cant find it in the new site but ask me to apply online hhhhhhhhmm xoxoxox confusing.....

    can i ask more tips wat documents i need to submit which will be relevant to this application plsss...........any1 that just had done recently????pls share unto me it will be a great help for me might I miss some papers..thnxx


    Great to hear you all soon here:like:


    god bless

    regrds

    Smith family:D
    Ruth Smith, Nov 16, 2011
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  2. Aromulus
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    Aromulus The Don Staff Member

    it is early morning, my brains are not that sharp just yet and stil dormant.......:like:

    Before anything else, I wish to warmly welcome on our site, and hope that you like what you have seen already.:like:

    This link will get you straight to the online form that you need, after filling it, you will have to print a copy or two for yourself, as a record.

    http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/applicationforms/visas/vaf4a.pdf


    And this link lists the various documents needed to lodge a Visa application with.

    http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/out-of-country/sup-docs-settlement.pdf

    And the dreaded fees...........

    http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/v...citizens-settled/spouse-cp/apply-outside-uk/#

    I hope this covers most of what you enquired about and helps to put your mind at rest.

    Best of luck in your application.:like:
    Aromulus, Nov 16, 2011
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  3. Kuya
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    Kuya The Geeky One Staff Member

    Welcome aboard Ruth :welcome:
    Kuya, Nov 16, 2011
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  4. Micawber
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    Micawber Renowned Lifetime Member

    Micawber, Nov 16, 2011
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  5. SoInLove23
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    hi im also a newbie here!!!

    just a clarification please???!!!

    is it right that i will fill up the form VAF4A on this site http://www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk/ApplyNow.aspx and click the submit????button to receive GWF application number????

    then have to go to another website which is
    https://www.vfs.firm.in/pl-apptsystem/appscheduling/appwelcome.aspx
    VFS Global to book my appointment when im ready to lodge my application????

    as stated here at UKBA Website

    http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/countries/philippines/applying/?langname=UK English ...

    Thankyou in advance!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;')
    SoInLove23, Nov 25, 2011
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    sorry i was wrong to put color on letters might have your eyes sore sorry
    SoInLove23, Nov 28, 2011
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  7. Aromulus
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    Aromulus The Don Staff Member

    Ok, here we go....

    To avoid confusion I will be explaining this as simply as possible.

    You all have the correct links to waht is required to do.

    The online form has to be filled, there is NO other alternative.!!
    All required fields on the application form need to be filled, and at the end of it you are directed to a different page to set an appointment.
    You can pick the day and time from the displayed calendar, so you can better organize your travel arrangements to attend your appointment .:like:
    A confirmation e-mail will be sent automatically to your e-mail address, but you are free to print the confirmation note as well.

    All the documents you deliver personally to VFS have to be in the correct order as per list, and you should be ready to spend 1800 piso on photocopies and about 4/500 on home delivery of your passport.

    I would suggest, to save money, that you xerox copy every document yourself, and take the lot with you, as 1800 piso sounds rather expensive.....

    We didn't pay, because we told the clerk that we did not require copies of the documents. But this is a different story.......

    Good luck to the both of you in your quest.........:like:

    If you need any more imput, I am sure other members will give some more insight, so don't be afraid to ask.............;).
    Aromulus, Nov 28, 2011
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  8. Micawber
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    Some applicants may be interested in the VFS VIP premium lounge

    The Premium Lounge service fee is PHP 1,800.00 inclusive of 12% VAT for each visa applicant.

    The premium lounge service includes:

    Lobby welcome with express security screening
    No queuing
    Comfort and privacy
    Personalised attention and service during the submission and biometric process
    Free refreshments and snacks
    Free and complimentary 'Visit Britain' information pack
    Free Courier pass-back
    Free Photocopy and passport photo if required
    Free SMS & Email Alerts
    Notification and 'Thank you' call upon receipt/return delivery of their application.


    VIP appointment slots are available between 8:30 and 15:00, Monday to Friday. Please schedule your appointment at least 24 hours prior to your desired appointment date.

    Important Note: Your visa application will be processed and decided by the UK Border Agency in Manila. The decision to issue or refuse a visa is made solely by the UK Border Agency and VFS have no influence over that process. Using the VIP premium lounge service does not guarantee the approval of your visa application or effect the time taken for processing.

    Booking procedure:

    Schedule your VIP appointment using one of the following options:

    Email vip.ukph@vfshelpline.com and request for an appointment indicating your name as it appears on your passport, your passport number, the visa category you are applying for and the desired appointment time.
    Call our dedicated VIP premium lounge service phone number: (632) 501-3217.Our operating hours are from 08:00 to 17:00. Local phone charges apply. You will be asked for your passport number, name as it appears on your passport, your email ID, the visa category you are applying for and to select a date and time for your appointment.

    Once you have Scheduled your VIP premium lounge service appointment you will receive an email confirming the date and time of your appointment. Please print the VIP premium lounge service appointment confirmation and bring it with you on the date of your appointment.

    More information is here:-
    http://www.vfs-uk-ph.com/additionalservice.html#1

    Some people say it's great, some say wasted money. It's completely down to a personal choice as to whether the services and benefits are worth it.
    Micawber, Nov 28, 2011
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  9. Ruth Smith
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    Thanks for the warm welcome Aromulus....Im glad to joined this site and its a big helps on me after all..so at least and im a member also in the other site as same as this but i think i lost access there now or maybe the site had been removed....hhmm anyway thanks a lot for the helpful infos...and your right its dreedful fees 58,320ph now for just that........and I will be applying my visa next yr by Jan 10,2012 had my appoinment booked to VFS...

    and a great news was YESTERDAY I GOT MY SON'S BRITISH PASSPORT ALREADY delivered by DHL here at home from UK...HHMMM so quick processing that as we had only apply it last NOV 24....god is good


    I hope my visa goes smoothly the same too

    xxx

    inggat
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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    THANKS A LOT Kuya...Glad to be one of the member here....mmwwuuhhhh

    xxx
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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    Hiya Micawber,

    Yes very glad and I saw this site when i google for site of uk-phil forum to find helpful tips and advices.......No regrets to be here as it helps me a lot...xxx

    had been reading ur post about spouse visa applications about chapter1-3 it was great and good effort u did huhhh


    awesome...aplause aplause for you .....hurrrraaaayyyy



    can I ask also in regards for Utility bills from my husband like water,phone/internet,gas and elec elec....does it needed to be six months bills or any month and as many as it can be?



    as im sure only for bank statements should be at least 6 months previous prior to my application and i got it......im applying by jan 10,2012.......i only have few utility bills from my hubby in that case i may need to ask more further soon then........hhhmmmm


    please to hear u soon thanks a lot


    xxx
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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    I think everybody in phil is required to fill up form online for applying a visa then after than can lodge the application personally at VFS...

    and ur right the better to get all the documents w/ photocopies at our own than in the VFS services it will be expensive there per page than local copies somewhere like in the market place or internet cafe would be a piso or 2 ph for a page which will be a clear copy also hehehee

    VFS have new service now which is the VIP PREMIUM LODGE That cost 1,800 I dont get this special treat just a waste of money i think i rather just go straight to vfs and pass my doc and have a biometric done then go out have something to eat or drink lol
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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  13. Aromulus
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    Aromulus The Don Staff Member

    Hi again,

    The utility bills are only required as a proof of residence, basically. So you don't need stacks of the stuff.
    Just one copy of each, ie, water, telephone, gas, and electricity. Preferably the latest available, in my opinion.

    As for the rest, it sounds as if you have everything else in hand, and you don't have anything to worry about.
    Good luck, and lets us know how it is going.

    And ask your hubby to join us in the forum....;) Please....
    Aromulus, Dec 16, 2011
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  14. Ruth Smith
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    So Guys this Settlement form I have w/ me now which is VAF4A(November 2010) is not acceptable to use anymore for upon my application of spouse visa this coming Jan 10.2012???????

    Do i need to fill up again the new form which is the SETTLEMENT & FAMILY REUNION(VAF4A OCT 2011) though they have just same questions on contents...lol



    Anyone can give a direct links for me to download a Settlement Checklist to tick if i have all the doc w/ me..or can we get this when I arrive in the VFS?



    XXX

    rUTH er


    thanks
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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    Thanks Dear Aromulus....You know i got no confidence about this utility bills until answered and find infos..bec i thought its a 6 months previos is ask hhmmm anyway thanks for ur answer glad to know and hear it so at least now......clap clap:like:


    Yes i will let u all know soon after all if how my visa application goes as yesterday i received my son's brit passport so happy about it the last plan wil be getting my visa soon after my bday by jan 7


    I will try if my hubby would join here but he is not into many sites as i know as he is a busy person work work work


    xxx
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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  16. Aromulus
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    Aromulus The Don Staff Member


    Hi,

    I wish UKBA would stop moving the goalposts every so often...:erm:

    If you click on the link it will direct you straight to the relevant form.
    But if you already have an appointment booked for Jan-10-2012 it means that your application is in and you don't need to re-apply.

    Please clarify, wether you have submitted your online application or not and if the VFS appoinment date has been generated.
    Aromulus, Dec 16, 2011
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    Yes its crazy they always updated the sites and so the forms...pity for those who dont know much in internet site issues,will be knackered....anyway yes i had booked an appointment to the VFS this morning for Jan 10 but i made it a mistake as i dont fill the form online yet for application b4r hand.....just recieved an email from vfs about this so then i will apply online later b4r hand besides booking an appointment can always be rebooked or reschedule incase


    thns for the details and as i only know this today from two source you and the vfs thnx guys


    cheers
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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    Do you know the checklist form,for i to tick if i have all the req doc....................xxx
    Ruth Smith, Dec 16, 2011
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  19. Aromulus
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    Aromulus The Don Staff Member

    Oh, dear.............:erm: :oops:

    Looks like you have found a bug in the system...........:oops:

    How you actually managed to book an appoinment online, without filling the online form first, is well beyond my comprehension...:erm:

    To attend the appoinment you have to bring a printed copy of the same form that you have filled online.

    So ideally, now, you go to the latest link I gave you, fill the form to the end, and then when it is finished you should be able to set another appoinment, at your leisure, with a new reference number.
    The appointment that you have made, will not be valid if it is without the reference number released at the time of acceptance of the online form being registered.

    so you may to start all over again....:erm:

    As per supporting documents here is a link...

    Aromulus, Dec 16, 2011
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    I had done my visa application online and printed it off for me to bring it in thE VFS soon but that site after i fill up it doesnt redirect me to set appointment tho the old appointment i had with reference number is on record when i retrace it on the site..i think its all ok now? have just to arranged my supporting docs ready......pls suggest anything if i do need to rebook new appointment???????thnks
    Ruth Smith, Dec 23, 2011
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